Growing up as a Trini Was as coulourful as can be From Carnival to Holi, Eid and Emancipation Such are the celebrations of our great twin island nation None can compare to the beautiful and unique flair That makes thousands flock to our shores for a glimpse of paradise Music, dance, people, street food and places All tantalize and hypnotize the masses A cultural explosion, the mix of races and religions Temples, masjids and churches open to those willing to answer the spiritual call in their respective parishes Thankful to my family and school life for aiding my tolerance, respect and education Making me jump for joy at celebrating our rich heritage and tradition Unlike the select few who would meltdown and experience a conniption I remember the sweet melodies of Pan in de Square, Scounting for Talent, Mastana Bahar and televised World Cup qualifying matches Goat races and great races have everyone on their edges And if you ever have to wonder, then you definitely need to try Pelau, roti, doubles, bake and shark and macaroni pie, Oil down, callaloo and the stews Not only to be enjoyed at Sunday lunches but the ideal meal for beach limes too With Saturdays designated for soups Best enjoyed with community groups Our natural diversity is easily identified Being a Trini goes deep and seeps into your pores if you spend enough time with one From the vibrant nightlife in Port of Spain, to the beautiful rainforest of the Northern Range, To the epic Pitch Lake at La Brea and the famous Waterloo Temple in the Sea, To the Devil's Wood Yard Mud Volcano in Princes Town Or just enjoying the water ferry to our sister isle from Town For a foray at Store Bay or Pigeon Point then to hop on a glass bottom boat For snorkeling and sea-bathing is de ting Forth George is a must, not forgetting the famous Caroni Bird Sanctuary and Little Tobago Home to our graceful Scarlet Ibis, Cocrico and precious flora and fauna Trinidad and Tobago is truly a gem…a nature-lover's wonder The ultimate Caribbean treasure An indescribable melting pot of sister nations, each holding their own Independence Day and Republic Day reignite our fiery patriotism The National Pledge, Anthem and National Song Said and sung reverently from preschooler to senior ‘Here
every
creed
and
race
find
an
equal
place, And May God bless our Nation'